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Academic Policies

All students are responsible for knowing University academic policies as well as any additional policies of their College/School. Parents often have questions about various policies and procedures. A complete guide to University policies is available in the Undergraduate Catalog. The following is a list of some of the most important policies.

Early Warning Grades are processed for all 100 and 200 level courses, zero level Math courses, and for all first year students who are currently registered for 300 and 400 level courses.

Early Warning Grades are posted on Testudo and are issued 6-8 weeks into the semester.

Early Warning Grades are issued only during the student’s first year at UMD or first semester for transfer students.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend classes regularly.

It is the policy of the university to excuse the absences of students that result from the following causes: illness of the student, or illness of a dependent as defined by Board of Regents policy on family and medical leave; religious observance (where the nature of the observance prevents the student from being present during the class period); participation in university activities at the request of university authorities; and compelling circumstance beyond the students control.

Students claiming excused absence must apply in writing and furnish documentary support for their assertion that absence resulted from one of these causes.

When possible, an expected absence should be discussed, and arrangements made, with the instructor prior to the absence.

Students should not withdraw for frivolous reasons or to avoid the consequences of ignoring their academic responsibilities.

Any student considering withdrawal is strongly encouraged to meet with his or her academic advisor before leaving the university.

In addition to academic consequences, a withdrawal can have serious effects for students receiving financial assistance, international students, and students in residence halls. It is the student's responsibility to review these potential implications with the appropriate offices listed below before withdrawing:

Students who have earned a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA with no previous withdrawal or leave of absence will need to apply for readmission. All other students who find it necessary to leave the University are required to petition the Faculty Review Board in order to be reinstated. Students who completely withdraw during the last 60 days of the semester and intend to return the following semester, may take a leave of absence.

If called to active duty in the U.S. armed forces, students may withdraw and receive a full refund of tuition and fees for that semester.

The student (or a representative) should take a copy of the military orders to the Office of the Registrar to process withdrawal or change in registration. Detailed information about this process may be obtained from the Office of the Registrar.

Withdrawal for active military service will have no effect on any subsequent request to withdraw from the University. Students may re-enroll upon completion of their tour of duty.

Minimum GPA requirements

Students need a minimum 2.0 GPA to graduate.

Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA across all major requirements to earn the degree.